KIX
Osaka
Japan
8,431 km
5,239 miles
SCT
Socotra Islands
Yemen
Distance
8,431 km
5,239 mi / 4,552 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-6h
Asia/Tokyo
Heading
276°
west

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KIX SCT
Airport Name Kansai International Airport Socotra International Airport
IATA Code KIX SCT
ICAO Code RJBB OYSQ
City Osaka Socotra Islands
Country Japan Yemen
Timezone Asia/Tokyo Asia/Aden
Elevation 26 ft 146 ft
Coordinates 34.430000, 135.240000 12.630000, 53.910000

Osaka (KIX) to Socotra Islands (SCT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kansai International Airport (KIX) in Osaka, Japan to Socotra International Airport (SCT) in Socotra Islands, Yemen is 8,431 kilometers (5,239 miles / 4,552 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying west at a heading of 276°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Japan with Yemen. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 07:15 in Osaka, it's 01:15 in Socotra Islands. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Socotra Islands (SCT) to Osaka (KIX) follows a heading of 57° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Kansai International Airport (KIX) and Socotra International Airport (SCT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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